Claimed By The Don

Ava p. o. v

A Man in a black suit came rushing down the stairs and met us at the foot of the stairs.

“Welcome sir.” He greets firmly, but look closely you would see the fear in his eyes and how he fold his hands together stopping them from shivering. The almighty Vincenzo just acknowledge him with a single nod.

“Follow me sir, we have brand new designs in our showroom.” He said already leading the way, Not once did he look my way. I shrug, I didn’t want the attention after all.

Vince grip on my mid stomach tightens a little more than before as we made our way up the stairs, we pass a few doors before stopping at one see through door.

My mouth drop open at the sight in front of me, there are many jewelries. Golds, Silver, and Diamond. We walk further into the showroom, I realized that every sparkling thing here were rings. I gasp when realization hit me, I know I’m getting married but I hadn’t put much thought to it. And now being in a ring store made me realize that it really happening, and real fast.

Every girl would be happy when going shopping for her wedding, especially going Shopping for Gown . But I’m not, if anything I’m sad.

I had not realize we were still walking until we stopped in front of a Polish wooden table, on it sat a high end luxury display case with different sparkling rings.

One caught my eye.

The Ring is stunning, it’s a sliver band. Around it are real tiny pieces of fine white diamond, that sparkle from any direction it face. One round brilliant cut Diamond, the color a fine pure white, No fluorescence! strong brilliance and unbelievable sparkle. The diamond sits in a white silver basket head, easy to clean.

This would cost so much, I think to myself.

The man brought it out of the glass display, I’m indeed stunned. It’s seems the glass case was blocking it’s beauty before, it is amazingly gorgeous.

“Give me your hand.” Vince demand. I did as told, he slipped the Ring on my ring finger. it fits perfectly, one would have think since it have pieces of diamond around it, it will be rough. Yet it is smooth, they brought absolute no discomfort to my other fingers.

It glitter attractively in the light, I gave it a hard tap with my knuckle and breathe in relief, of course it’s not some cheap and fake glass. I run a thumb over it polished surface.

“We will take it.” Vince said, I slipped the Ring off my fingers and gave it a little affectionate pat, it was a light and delicate engagement ring. So catching to the eyes, I can see why he said it was their latest design.

I stretch it to the man, only to be stopped by a veiny hand, My gaze followed the hand and led to a frowning Vince. He took it and slip it back in my finger, He pull me close slightly crushing me into himself.

His warm lips met my forehead and lingered there for a moment.

“Do not take it off.” He said staring intensively at my finger.

“It is your engagement ring.” He breath, as if convincing himself about something.

Vince went quiet for a long time, He look back up at me. His expression momentarily frightened me by the intensity of it. It was like he’d been drowning and was taking in his first breathe in a long time.

His look made me squirm against him.

“Mine.” He murmured quietly. Without another word, he nod at the man and lead us out of the store into his car. Again he placed me on his lap, wrapping his arms around me as the car begin moving.

The car ride is deadly silent, as I dare not say a word seeing as he likes quietness. I look out from the tinted window, confused and worried, This is definitely not the way to my house. Every street we pass leads from one tall building to the other, it is clear that this is the part of the city were rich people stays.

Vince must have noticed my distress because he turn off his phone and slip it back in his pocket and turn me slightly to face him.

“What’s wrong.” He ask, his thumb drawing circles on my bare skin. I hadn’t realized his hand has went under my top, I tense at the feeling.

“I…… this isn’t the road to my house” I cursed myself for stuttering, I would’ve palm face myself but that will just add to my embarrassment.

“We are not going to your house.” He stated leaving no room for further questioning.

We had broke in a drive way that doesn’t seem to end anytime soon, A huge gate stood proudly at the end of the driveway. it’s not like anything I’ve seen before, it plain silver with gold design around it, the tall fence around it was covered in white paint that is been taking of.

The gate open even before we could reach it granting us easy access, we drove into the compound. There were security men around the gate, they are all in black and carrying hefty guns that I fear for the person who would receive a bullet from these guns. After the gate is a large estate with different driveway leading to different paths, The view is breathtaking, there are beautiful flowers lined up on both sides of each driveway it like walking in paradise. we took a left turn and continue on the path for like two minutes or so before stopping in front of Mansion.

My mouth fell open at the glamorous Mansion that stood in all it Glory before us, There is a marble water fountain that we rode around before stopping in front of the Mansion. An Angel holding a flower was perched on top, looking up towards the sky. Water spurted from it’s other hand, which lay gently out in front of it, as if waiting for someone to take it in return. The water fell gently toward the crystal blue pool beneath it, causing ripples to form and wave out until they were no more.

Vince open his door stepping out then came to my side and open the door for me, I was pushed behind the door the minutes I came down, He skimmed my neck with he nose sniffing a bit as if taking in my scent, My luck because I always wear my Chocolate musk perfume so I don’t smell like a raw fish.

“Go inside, I will join soon.” He murmured still not taking his face from my neck.

“You are not coming with me.” I panicked, I don’t know anyone where and I do not know where to go from here. He brought his face from my neck and stare at me before sighing.

“There something that needs my attention, don’t worry I will join you soon.” He kissed my forehead. Wow, I think that’s the longest sentence he had spoke since we met, I merely nod. He guide me to the front door before walking away, I sigh. Gaping at the large Mansion towering over me as if attempting to intimidate me. The white coating of the paint shine as the sun beat down on it, causing me to squint.

The Mansion was all concrete and tall glass windows that gave a clear view of the mountains, a chance to relax and take in the changing of the seasons from the comfort of an easy chair.

I hate to admit but I’d prefer him being with than just entering a house I don’t know existed until now.

I shrugged.

I walk through the large oak double doors, the entry way is beautiful yet so cold. I saw the tallest ceiling ever, A foyer that would accommodate a large group, two flights of spiral staircases that probably went to heaven. Polished ceramic tile floor, you can see your reflection.

“Stop.” A young yet firm voice snap me out of my stupidity. I jumped, startled. I turned to the owner of the voice, and stood a boy not more than seven, standing in a way that was met to intimidate me but I found it adorable. I bent to his level, carefully lift my hand to caress his face.

He squint at my hand then back at me, but did not stop me so I proceed. caressing his soft tender cheek, he involuntary lean further in my palm. He must have snap out of whatever he seems to be in because he step out of my reach.

“Who are you, and what are doing in my house.” His voice was bravely firm attempting to scare me.

“Aren’t you a cute little thing?” I chuckled.

“Imprudent.” A sneaky voice chirped sharply. A girl, a year or two older than me appear behind the kid. I’m guessing she’s the kid’s mother, as she had drawn him close to herself. Although she looks fake, but I couldn’t deny the fact that no matter how fake she looked. She was what I had wish I look like, she is beautiful.

Her brown hair cascaded smoothly down her back, outlining her slim jawline. She wore a floral blouse and shin-lenght pencil skirt, showing off her slim legs, her entire look ending with a pair of flats.

She wore a look of superior, while she gaze at her inferior, Me. The look she throw my way was one of disgust, I don’t know why but she scream trouble. A moment from the kid caught my attention, I watch as he struggles and successfully removing himself from the lady. The look on her face as she stare at the kid was one of anger and distaste, like she never liked the kid.

She faced me with a sickly sweet smile.

” You should be punished.” She sneered, she blew out air from her mouth. Why do I need to be punished, or was it why Vince brought me here, I never should have trusted him coming here.

“Who needs to be punished.” Vince Muscular voice boomed from behind me.

“Dad.” The kid happily raced to Vince embracing him, His eyes remain lock on as he picked the child up before placing him down. Walk towards us with the man that came with him to our house and a teenage looking girl who now hold the child in her arms, he stood beside me before reluctantly look at the lady.

She eagerly awaiting him to speak, Whilst grooming herself. That got my brows to raise in question.

“What happened.” Vince asked bored.

“This here.” She eyed me disgustingly, “Was rude to the youngest master.” She finish.

When was I rude to the child, I said it. Indeed, she’s trouble.

“Anyone who dare look at my child in the wrong would have a bullet between their eyes.” Vince voice was cold and threatening, this is the first time I’m seeing him cold and it brought cold icily shivers to run down my spine in terror.

She smirked at me.

“But if it’s the mistress of the house, she could have her way with anything.” He pull by the waist close to him, my back was press to his front in an intimate way. He buried his nose in my hair, then kissed my head.

Surprise gasps were heard, I saw her mouth hang open as if she could not believe here eyes.

“Those disrespectful to her would have more than just a bullet.” He whispered, His voice even more cold than before. Now it’s her turn to panic.

“Sir…. I…. uh… please” She cried as she was dragged away.Copyright Nôv/el/Dra/ma.Org.

The silence that follows was painfully suffocating, I didn’t dare to turn around. We just stood there, I think they are waiting for me to say something, but what could I possibly say in this situation.

“Dad, Who is she.” Vince son ask.

Son? I didn’t know he had a son. I did not plan on marrying a father, I was hoping I could make my future husband a father. Well there’s nothing I can do about it.

“Your Mom.” I don’t have time to recover from the shock of what he said before he pull me along with him.